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April 30
- What is a bidet and do they still have a place in the bathroom?
- Heat pump installations increase by 30% at the start of 2024, MCS figures show
- 10 small bedroom ideas that will let you dream big
April 29
- 11 garden path ideas for every style and budget to give your space a new look
- Home that sparked row after being painted almost black goes on sale for £900k
- Thinking of painting a hallway? Try these smart, practical and colour-friendly tips to elevate your entrance
April 28
- Can you spot the design flaw? New home built without access to key part of it
- Nesta launches 'visit a heat pump' experience to show homeowners what they're missing out on
- Conventional vs convection oven – which is best?
- 13 small shower room ideas to help add a stylish splash
April 27
- Does the Future Homes Standard lack embodied carbon regulations?
- How to achieve the bedroom design of your dreams
- 5 steps for fertilising a lawn – discover when to do it, which products to use and how to get the best results
- Roof leak repair costs: What you should expect to pay to keep wet weather out
April 26
- How Apple Vision Pro might be a gamechanger for self builders
- Stacey Solomon helps father and daughter's bungalow renovation just in time for her wedding reception
- Four-bedroom barn conversion in rural Lincolnshire hits the market for £170,000
- How to fix peeling paint on wood and walls
April 25
- 5 cheap driveway ideas that won't mean sacrificing kerb appeal
- 8 versatile block paving patterns for driveways, patios and pathways
April 24
- Kevin McCloud claims self building is the solution to rising house prices
- Permitted development rights should be 'urgently revoked,' says LGA
- What is a foul water drainage system?
April 23
- Just when does a conservatory become an extension? The rules explained
- Plans for self build on infill plot in Berkshire approved despite fierce opposition
- 11 cosy living room ideas that are about more than just colour
April 22
- Claudia Schiffer's bid to add plug sockets to 16th-century home is rejected by council
- 14 modern bedroom ideas that define contemporary comfort
April 21
- Brothers say they paid £105k for bat and newt surveys despite no evidence of them being on site
- Conservatory building regulations: Do you need them?
- Homeowner dodges planning enforcement after minor tweak to detach canopy
- How to strip paint off walls ready for a new coat of paint
April 20
- Owner of ‘Monster Mansion’ may still face action despite demolishing structure
- The best bedroom layout ideas for rooms of all sizes
April 19
- Defibrillators should be in all new homes, say MPs
- How much is a new boiler? Discover what you can expect to pay
- Stacey Solomon helps couple finish renovating their coastal home — adding oak staircase and sea green kitchen
- Forget the dated conservatory stereotype – these 11 ideas are modern, sleek and full of style
April 18
- Family left homeless after paying £62k to building firm that went bust
- Your handy guide to conservatory roof replacement costs
- How to lay turf like a pro — experts share what to know for a beautiful new lawn
April 17
- 12 things you need to know about working with a landscape designer
- Amanda Holden reveals dining room transformation in latest update to her home renovation project
April 16
- 19th century Carlisle House given consent to undergo major renovations
- Blissful neutral bedroom ideas for a super serene space
April 15
- 20 modern living room ideas for a contemporary look
- Korniche to showcase its stunning award winning products at Homebuilding & Renovating shows
- Councils launch online self-service tool in trial that could make planning system easier
April 14
- Octopus launches £100 heat pump and solar referral scheme
- Why do some newly-built houses have bricked-up windows?
- How to fix waterlogged soil in your garden and prevent it from happening again
April 13
- Thinking of painting over damp? Follow these expert tips to make sure you get it right
- Woman asks Reddit to identify brown marks on ceiling — to find rats and mice are the culprits rather than damp
- Experts reveal why using sand on your lawn could be the answer to perfect grass
April 12
- What is ECO4? We explain the scheme and reveal regional disparities that are emerging
- Man calls bomb squad during renovation after discovering live WW2 grenade
- 12 simple garden ideas to give your space an update with minimal effort or skill
April 11
- Stacey Solomon helps couple who wasted £70k on unfinished extension as part of new DIY show Renovation Rescue
- Should you weed and feed your lawn? Experts explain whether or not to use this method
- 12 Victorian bathroom ideas with a modern touch
April 10
- Permitted development changes may cause decline in living standards, warns charity
- Budgeting for kitchen installation costs in 2025? Here's what to set aside
April 9
- Aaron Taylor-Johnson in planning row over 'rewilding' project on his land
- How much does damp proofing cost and what are the options?
April 8
- A guide to building with masonry — cavities, wall ties, process and more
- Crooked House owners appeal against order to rebuild the property
April 7
- Thames Water accused of 'blackmailing' customers as plans to raise bills by 40% announced
- What is a closed back toilet and should I choose one?
- 11 small bathroom remodel ideas and expert tips
April 6
- Heat pump grant applications see 75% annual rise with installations predicted to rise further
- 12 breakfast bar ideas for the perfect seating spot
- 10 stunning glass kitchen extensions to suit all house styles
April 5
- Amazing self build with with rooftop greenhouse and 'hit and miss' brickwork built in Peckham
- Self build with six different window styles on its front elevation puzzles passers-by
- A DIY guide to spray painting wood for a smooth, professional finish
April 4
- DeLonghi DEX212F 12L Tasciugo AriaDry Dehumidifier Review
- How could Labour’s Energy Security Bill affect homeowners?
April 3
- Take a look at this barn conversion opportunity available for £150k
- 12 lean-to conservatory ideas to add extra space to your home
April 2
- Video showing Ideal boiler catching fire in home prompts urgent product recall
- 15 decorating mistakes to avoid on your next painting or wallpapering project
April 1
- Boiler manufacturers face competition inquiry over 'boiler tax' price rises
- What are pad foundations, why are they used and what do they cost?